It appears that in our need to organize and control things around us we have come up with ways of measuring almost everything. A “gauge” is basically an instrument or device for measuring the magnitude, amount, or contents of something. Wither it is the velocity of an object flying though the air or the temperature of air, liquid, even the temperature of our own bodies. From oil pressure, amps or voltage we have devised a way to meter it all. And it seems like”Time” and it’s measurement and management there of takes a lot of our “time.” Pun intended. The image displayed here is a side control panel of a 50’s Crown fire engine. Notice all the gauges and control knobs. Everything from water pressure to engine RPM, fuel and temperature gauges all necessary to manage the water flow and pumps for this fire truck. All of this so the Firemen can do their best to save people and property. This image was made in a large Museum building that houses dozens of these huge pieces of equipment. The overhead light was soft but direct. The only fill was from a light colored wall off to the side. I was mesmerized by all the dials and controls on the panel. The desire to create this picture and to record the myriad of dials was so that later I could remember and appreciate what is involved in part of what the professional Fire Fighters do on a regular basis.